Summer 2018 Hometown Messenger

Upcoming Crime Prevention Events *To register, please contact the Crime Prevention Office at 952-233-9441 or visit www.ShakopeeMN.gov/crimeprevention

from the Police, Fire and Public Works departments. When: 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7 Cost: Free; Registration required for city visitors (police, fire, etc…) NIGHT TO UNITE PHOTO CONTEST Did you take a winning photograph during Night to Unite? Enter your photo in the Police Department’s Night to Unite Photo Contest! Submit up to five photos via email by Aug. 17. The top three photos will be used in 2019 Night to Unite promotional materials. When: Photo deadline is 4 p.m. Aug. 17 Where: More information to be posted Cost: FREE LUNCH AND LEARNWITH THE POLICE: TOPIC TBD This is an opportunity for seniors (55+) to learn more about the Shakopee Police Department and law enforcement. Lunch is provided by Farmers Insurance/Tim Whitcomb of Shakopee. When: 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21 Where: Community Center, Community Room, 1255 Fuller St. Cost: FREE; Registration required. RSVP with Carla at 952-233-9516

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NIGHT TO UNITE REGISTRATION OPENS Registration opens online for the annual Night to Unite celebration Aug. 7. When: Friday, June 1 Where: www.ShakopeeMN.gov/ nighttounite Cost: FREE LUNCH AND LEARNWITH THE POLICE: TOPIC TBD This is an opportunity for seniors (55+) to learn more about the Shakopee Police Department and law enforcement. Lunch is provided by Farmers Insurance/Tim Whitcomb of Shakopee. When: 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 19 Where: Community Center, Community Room, 1255 Fuller St. Cost: FREE; Registration required. RSVP with Carla at 952-233-9516 LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS This fun run is open to all ages and ability levels; roller blade, bike or run at your own pace. The run will not be timed; however, there will be a large clock at the beginning and end of race for those who want to track their own time. There will be door prizes and silent auction items. All proceeds go toward Special Olympics. Anyone with questions can contact John Buetow at 952-233-9426. When: 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 20 Where: Shakopee Police Department Cost: $20; Registration fee includes a Law Enforcement Torch Run short sleeved shirt.

LUNCH AND LEARNWITH THE POLICE: TOPIC TBD This is an opportunity for seniors (55+) to learn more about the Shakopee Police Department and law enforcement. Lunch is provided by Farmers Insurance/Tim Whitcomb of Shakopee. When: 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 17 Where: Community Center, Community Room, 1255 Fuller St. Cost: FREE; Registration required. RSVP with Carla at 952-233-9516

AUGUST

NIGHT TO UNITE Residents are encouraged to lock their doors, turn on their outside lights, and spend the evening with the neighbors. Many neighborhoods host special events such as block parties, cookouts, visits

POPSICLES WITH POLICE Come meet some cool Shakopee Police officers and enjoy a sweet frozen treat!

When: TBD Where: TBD

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